During the week, Wendy Humphreys Tebbutt's goal will be to make the class's time together an adventure in learning, exploring and performing on the Celtic Harp. It is her wish that everyone leaves Tigh-Na-Mara playing their harp with more skill, relaxation,understanding, enjoyment and a sense of camaraderie in the world of the Celtic Harp.

INTERMEDIATE FOLK HARP (Full-time Program) 

 This class is for Intermediate players of any age - who read by ear or manuscript. 

 We will focus on: 

hand - eye coordination 

relaxation techniques 

technique review and development 

warm up exercises (on and off the harp) 

easy, efficient practise techniques 

chords and inversions / relevant music theory 

accompaniment patterns and rhythm 

tone and colour 

increasing finger dexterity and hand independence 

improvisation and composition in a fun and supportive manner (there are NO wrong notes) 

body-brain integration techniques for peak performance and ease of

learning/memorization 

singing with harp (if there is interest - not everyone needs to participate actively)

breathing 

placement & focus for carrying power (yowl like a cat; sing like a bird)

understanding consonants (make them your friends; not your foes) 

modifying vowels (to sing higher more easily) 

relaxation techniques for tongue, jaw, neck and shoulders

For those who wish to learn to read music, written material will be available to help you read both treble and bass clefs. This can be done in your own time or during class when you have a moment on your own.. 
 

INTRODUCTORY FOLK HARP *

Designed for the absolute beginner without previous harp experience, this course will teach the basics of playing the Celtic Harp. Participants will have one class per day to get the feel of a harp, to learn hand placement, easy songs, and participate in a "Harpers Circle." 

Wendy will lead the class, while Intermediate students will provide individual attention.
Harps will be provided, and class size is limited.

*Depending on enrolment, this level may be a part time or elective subject, but may also be offered as a full-time subject.